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Internet disconnection penalties 'must go'
Unified Communications

Internet disconnection penalties 'must go'

Cutting off accounts is like banning someone from using the postal system because they posted copied CDs, says InternetNZ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2010
Britain rushes through copyright law
Wireless Networks

Britain rushes through copyright law

British MPs rush through the Digital Economy Bill, introducing strict copyright laws against digital file sharing, despite public opposition and limited debate.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010
“There oughta be a law!”
Unified Communications

“There oughta be a law!”

As the internet evolves, governments in democracies are debating whether it should remain free from regulation, citing child pornography, viruses, and theft.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010
Mobile computing & the green strategy
Fleet Management

Mobile computing & the green strategy

Reducing travel by greater use of mobile applications is a sound move for reducing costs, and your carbon footprint.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Feb 2010

Stories from Other Regions

Legislation stories

UN: Forced 'net disconnection violates civil rights
Copyright

UN: Forced 'net disconnection violates civil rights

A UN report on the right to freedom of expression calls the denial of internet service a violation of civil rights.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 20th May 2011
NZICT: Data breach penalties should be standard
NZICT

NZICT: Data breach penalties should be standard

CEO Brett O'Riley has told IT Brief that the NZICT would welcome any move focusing on improving cyber security.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2010
UK to fine heavily for data loss
Breach Prevention

UK to fine heavily for data loss

UK companies face fines of up to GBP £500,000 for serious data breaches under new legislation, aiming to bolster compliance with the Data Protection Act.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2010